Borderers urged to take care on roads

The reminder comes as the colder weather continues to affect the
region, with low temperatures forecast for the coming days.

Rob Dickson, Director of Environment and Infrastructure explained:
"A great deal of rain has fallen in the Borders recently, which can
create additional problems when we encounter freezing conditions. The
amount of water that is lying at the moment can easily run off onto
roads and freeze, and despite our best efforts to treat local routes we
can't always guarantee they will be ice-free.

"With winter now in full flow drivers should plan their journey
in advance, give themselves extra time and slow down. They need to be
especially careful when roads could be icy or wet."